South American mining news
South American copper mine crushes downtime with new gear oil
Jim Thomas, Lubrication Reliability Consultant at Lubrication Engineers, discusses how advanced gear lubrication can significantly reduce unplanned downtime, extend equipment life, and improve production efficiency in high-wear, high-impact crushing operations.
Peru successfully concludes the world's largest mining gathering
More than 5500 participants from 55 countries gathered in Lima to discuss the challenges and opportunities that will shape the future of mining over the next decade.
Insuco and ICSI at WMC: 15 years turning mining challenges into territorial opportunities
Insuco and ICSI join WMC to share 15 years of global experience in social performance, mine closure, and territorial transition.
Anglo American and Codelco complete Los Bronces - Andina agreement, paving the way to deliver 2.7 million t of additional copper production
Anglo American plc, through its 50.1%-owned subsidiary, Anglo American Sur S.A., and Codelco, announce the completion of the definitive agreement to implement a joint mine plan for their respective Los Bronces and Andina copper mines in Chile, following receipt of the required competition and regulatory approvals along with the fulfilment of conditions precedent.
Veracio and Bureau Veritas expand Latin American partnership
VERACIO and Bureau Veritas have signed an MOU establishing a strategic commercial collaboration focused on expanding access to advanced geological scanning technologies across Latin America.
Vale opens model plant in Itabira with AI applied to operations and enhances safety and efficiency
Pioneering initiative in iron ore production in Brazil integrates artificial intelligence into industrial processes, delivering gains in quality, sustainability, and competitiveness
Codelco and the French institute CEA-Liten sign a technology development agreement to boost the electrification of underground mining
Codelco and the CEA-Liten institute signed a collaboration agreement to study and develop technologies that enable the electrification of equipment in underground mining operations.
Jaganda Mines issues update on the Paranaíta Gold Project
Jangada Mines plc, a Brazil-focused natural resources company, has provided an update on the Paranaíta Gold Project within the Alta Floresta-Juruena Gold Province in Brazil, where Jangada’s recent exploration results support the presence of a large-scale gold system with significant growth potential.
The El Teniente Division obtains the responsible production seals The Copper Mark and The Molybdenum Mark
In a key milestone for Codelco's sustainability strategy, the El Teniente Division obtained the responsible production certifications The Copper Mark and The Molybdenum Mark.
Sandvik wins further order from Aris Mining for Segovia Operations in Colombia
Sandvik has won a further order of mining equipment from Canadian gold miner, Aris Mining, to support its Segovia Operations located in Antioquia, Colombia.